The Monsters We Defy
- Author Leslye Penelope
- Narrator Shayna Small
- Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
- Publish Date 30 August 2022
- Run Time 11 hours and 31 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Historical fantasy, Urban fantasy.
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What to expect
'This gorgeous historical fantasy combines a folkloric bent with a truly excellent heist' Holly Black, author of The Cruel Prince
A dazzling historical fantasy that weaves together African American folk magic, history and romance.
Clara Johnson can talk to spirits - a gift that saved her during her darkest moments, now a curse that's left her indebted to the cunning spirit world. So when a powerful spirit offers her an opportunity to gain her freedom, Clara seizes the chance. The task: steal a magical ring from the wealthiest woman in the District.
Clara can't pull off this daring heist alone. She'll need the help of an unlikely team: from a handsome jazz musician able to hypnotize with a melody, to an aging actor who can change his face.
But as conflict in the spirit world begins to leak into the human one - an insidious mystery is unfolding, one that could cost Clara her life.
Praise for The Monsters We Defy:
'Penelope's blend of fantasy and history is pitch perfect. . . Readers will be wowed' Publishers Weekly
'A high-stakes, delightful read' Buzzfeed
'An enchanting adventure that weaves a spell' Justina Ireland
Reader reviews:
'Omg this book is a MUST READ!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Absolutely wonderful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'One of my favourite books of the year' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'With seamlessly blended fantasy and history, complex characters, and a little touch of romance, this is a practically perfect read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Glorious! Absolutely gorgeous!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
' I loooooooved this book. I love a good heist novel and this one was delightful' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I loved this book and I know it's one I'll be going back to reread in the future, It was an absolute blast to read, a mystery to solve heart pounding suspense, a little romance, and absolutely incredible characters. I can't recommend this book enough!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I adored this book! It's witty, adventurous, romantic and heartbreaking ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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| Author | Leslye Penelope |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Shayna Small |
| Duration | 11 hours and 31 minutes |
| Release Date | |
| ISBN | 9781405557344 |
| Format | x-book® |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Genre | Historical fantasy, Urban fantasy |
| Availability | AU, GB, IE |
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